Blue Carbon Project Manager

CarbonEthics; Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta; On-site; IDR 100,000,000 - 200,000,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Blue Carbon Project Manager to spearhead the development and management of innovative blue carbon projects. This pivotal role involves overseeing the entire project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with international carbon standards, and engaging with diverse stakeholders to deliver impactful environmental solutions. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in carbon project development, strong project management skills, and a passion for sustainability. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a significant difference in environmental conservation and sustainability efforts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in carbon project development with a focus on multiple site management.
• Strong knowledge of carbon standards and certification processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and management of blue carbon projects across multiple sites.
• Ensure compliance with carbon standards and engage with local communities.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication Skills

Risk Management

Environmental Sustainability

Education

Bachelor's degree in forestry, marine, environmental science, sustainability, or natural resource management

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

GIS

MRV systems

Data Management

Job description

Location: [HQ]

Department: Nature Climate Solutions

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Overview:

The Blue Carbon Project Manager is responsible for the development, implementation, and management of multiple blue carbon project sites. This includes overseeing the entire project lifecycle—from pre-feasibility studies, feasibility studies and planning to execution and monitoring—across various locations. The role involves ensuring that projects meet international and/or national standards for carbon certification, as well as achieving social and environmental co-benefits. The Blue Carbon Project Manager will work with internal teams, external stakeholders, and local communities to deliver impactful and high-quality carbon projects.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead the development of blue carbon projects, from Pre-Feasibility assessment (Pre-FS), feasibility assessment (FS) and project description or design (PD) or DRAM to on-the-ground implementation across multiple sites in line with international and/or national carbon standards (e.g., Verra, Gold Standard, SRN).
2. Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful project development, execution and delivery of blue carbon projects from Pre-FS, FS, PD/DRAM to implementation.
3. Oversee carbon credit development processes, ensuring alignment with global and/or national standards (e.g., Verra, Gold Standard, SRN) and successful certification of projects.
4. Supervise and coordinate activities across multiple blue carbon project sites, ensuring consistent and effective management practices.
5. Engage with local communities, governments, and partners to promote sustainable practices and ensure projects deliver social and environmental co-benefits.
6. Monitor and evaluate project performance in terms of emissions reductions, ecological impact, and financial sustainability across all sites.
7. Ensure compliance with local, national, and international regulations related to blue carbon project development and environmental sustainability.
8. Coordinate Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) processes to track and certify blue carbon emission reductions.
9. Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, certification bodies, regulatory authorities, and project partners.
10. Stay updated on market trends and regulatory changes to maximize the financial and environmental benefits of the project.
11. Identify and mitigate potential risks to project success, including environmental, social, financial, and regulatory risks.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in forestry, marine, environmental science, sustainability, natural resource management, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
2. 5+ years of experience in carbon project development or environmental sustainability, with a focus on managing multiple sites.
3. Proven experience in the end-to-end development of carbon projects, from planning and site management to certification.
4. Strong understanding of carbon standards, methodologies, and certification processes (e.g., Verra, Gold Standard, SRN).
5. Project management skills, with experience in managing budgets, timelines, and remote or multi-site teams.
6. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and communities.
7. Experience with GIS, MRV systems, and data management is a must.